PMI PMP Exam - Topic 3 Question 88 Discussion

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Question #: 88
Topic #: 3

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After a project has been approved, a key stakeholder tells the project manager that the current project management strategy is not well defined The project manager is also informed that the key stakeholder does not want to hold a working session

What should the project manager do first?

AShare the project documents and invite the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns

BAsk the project sponsor to exert authority on the key stakeholder in order to maintain the approved timeline

CProceed with a working session for teams that do not belong to that key stakeholder

DInvite the key stakeholder to the project's change control board (CCB) to discuss adjustment of the project strategy

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Suggested Answer: A

by Launa at Sep 13, 2024, 07:56 AM

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Rory

3 months ago

B seems too aggressive. Better to collaborate than push authority.

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Ona

3 months ago

A working session could clarify the strategy, but they don’t want it?

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Oretha

3 months ago

Wait, why would they want to avoid a working session? Seems odd.

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Alfred

4 months ago

Totally agree with D! Stakeholder input is crucial.

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Raul

4 months ago

I think option D makes the most sense. Involve them in the CCB.

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Isaac

4 months ago

I practiced a similar question where involving stakeholders early was key, so maybe option D could work if they agree to join.

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Delsie

4 months ago

I feel like asking the sponsor to intervene might create more tension. Is that really a good approach?

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Keva

4 months ago

I think sharing project documents could help clarify things, but what if the stakeholder still refuses to engage?

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Mireya

5 months ago

I remember we talked about the importance of stakeholder engagement, but I'm not sure if inviting them to the CCB is the best first step.

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Salome

5 months ago

I'd be hesitant to go with option B and try to get the project sponsor to exert authority. That could just create more tension. I'd focus on open communication and trying to find a collaborative solution.

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Jarvis

5 months ago

Okay, this is a good one. I think the best approach would be to try to engage the key stakeholder directly and understand their perspective. Sharing the project documents and inviting them to discuss seems like the most diplomatic way forward.

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Mitsue

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. The key stakeholder doesn't want a working session, so that rules out option C. I'm leaning towards A or D, but I'll need to think it through.

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Blossom

5 months ago

This seems like a tricky situation. I'd want to carefully review the project documents and understand the key stakeholder's concerns before deciding how to proceed.

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Ranee

1 year ago

A) The diplomatic approach is usually the best policy. Unless of course the key stakeholder is a raving lunatic - then all bets are off!

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Willow

1 year ago

D) Inviting the key stakeholder to the change control board might be a good way to address the issue

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Mi

1 year ago

C) Proceeding with a working session for other teams could help clarify the strategy

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Melvin

1 year ago

B) I agree, it's important to address the concerns early on

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Laura

1 year ago

A) Share the project documents and invite the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns

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Geraldine

1 year ago

I disagree. I think the project manager should go with option D and invite the key stakeholder to the project's change control board to discuss adjustment of the project strategy.

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Val

1 year ago

B) Asking the project sponsor to step in is a bold move. Gotta love a little office politics to spice things up! Just don't get caught in the crossfire.

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Janella

1 year ago

A) Share the project documents and invite the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns

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Willard

1 year ago

D) Invite the key stakeholder to the project's change control board (CCB) to discuss adjustment of the project strategy

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Natalie

1 year ago

B) Asking the project sponsor to step in is a bold move. Gotta love a little office politics to spice things up! Just don't get caught in the crossfire.

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Vi

1 year ago

D) Invite the key stakeholder to the project's change control board (CCB) to discuss adjustment of the project strategy

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Francoise

1 year ago

B) Asking the project sponsor to step in is a bold move. Gotta love a little office politics to spice things up! Just don't get caught in the crossfire.

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Claudio

1 year ago

A) Share the project documents and invite the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns

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Felix

1 year ago

A) Share the project documents and invite the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns

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Ena

1 year ago

I agree with Fletcher. Sharing project documents and discussing concerns with the key stakeholder is the best approach.

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Fletcher

1 year ago

I think the project manager should choose option A.

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Alesia

1 year ago

C) Proceeding with a working session for the other teams seems like a sneaky way to sideline the key stakeholder. Not very constructive in the long run.

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Katina

1 year ago

D) Inviting the key stakeholder to the CCB is a great way to address the issue formally and get everyone on the same page. Hopefully they don't try to 'exert their authority' like a playground bully.

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Kristeen

1 year ago

C) Proceed with a working session for teams that do not belong to that key stakeholder

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Ira

1 year ago

A) That sounds like a good plan. It's important to address the issue formally and get everyone on the same page.

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Ernest

1 year ago

D) Invite the key stakeholder to the project's change control board (CCB) to discuss adjustment of the project strategy

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Kaycee

1 year ago

A) Share the project documents and invite the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns

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Anglea

1 year ago

A) Sharing the project documents and inviting the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns sounds like the most diplomatic approach. I don't want to ruffle any feathers here.

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Charlene

1 year ago

D) Invite the key stakeholder to the project's change control board (CCB) to discuss adjustment of the project strategy

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Latosha

1 year ago

A) Sharing the project documents and inviting the key stakeholder to discuss any concerns sounds like the most diplomatic approach. I don't want to ruffle any feathers here.

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